Hidden Burdens

Tess tossed out a parting remark and turned on her heel, leaving without a backward glance.

Paige seethed, her teeth clenched in anger. Her expression grew increasingly cold, her face almost taking on a menacing edge.

The air around her seemed to hum with danger as she forced out the words through gritted teeth. "Just you wait!"

Once Tess was sure no one was watching, she slipped into Gideon's car